Absorbent disposable pad with non-skid plastic mat

ABSTRACT

The Disposable Absorbent Pad with Non-Skid Plastic Mat is designed to fit under the toilet bowl area. This invention will prevent unwanted urine from soiling the area surrounding the toilet bowl while giving its user non-skid protection. The base of the Non-Skid Plastic Mat forms a U-shape around the toilet bowl and the center top region of the plastic mat unit contains a disposable absorbent pad. This is an ongoing method for joining two types of material together comprising of a rigid disposable absorbent pad and a multi-suction non-skid plastic mat.

The absorbent disposable pad is designed to prevent unwanted urine fromsoiling the toilet bowl area while giving its user non-skid protection.This invention is unique from other absorbent sanitary mats because itis developed with a duel non-skid design. The Absorbent Pad withNon-skid Mat both work in unison to provide the maximum in restroomprotection.

Constructed from a soft flexible plastic, the bottom of the mat featuresmultiple suction cups, which will assist its user to remain stationarywhile standing. While the base of the mat forms a U-shape around thetoilet bowl, the top of the mat contains a rigid disposable absorbentpad. This pad will remain in the Platform Dropdown area of the mat untilits ready to be replaced.

While the Disposable Absorbent Pad with Non-skid Plastic Mat is a usefulhousehold product, it can also be utilized at other locations thatchildren, the elderly or handicapped individuals frequent, such as daycare facilities, hospitals, nursing homes, rehabilitation centers andgroup homes.

The Disposable Absorbent Pad with Non-skid Plastic Mat will eliminatedifficult clean-up, unpleasant odors and damaged flooring while keepingthe restroom safe and sanitary. Other objects and advantages of thisinvention will be understood by reference to the following specificationand accompanying drawings, which illustrate various aspects of thepresent invention.

In the drawings:

FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a toilet having one form of the mat ofthis invention disposed adjacent to its base.

FIG. 2 is a view of the Disposable Absorbent Pad with Non-skid PlasticMat from the upright, front-side position. The Disposable Absorbent Padwith Non-skid Plastic Mat has a U-shaped design.

FIG. 3 is a view of the Disposable Absorbent Pad from the upright,front-side position.

FIG. 4 is a view of the Disposable Absorbent Pad from the upright,backside position.

The backside illustrates the moisture proof backing.

FIG. 5 is a side view of the Disposable Absorbent Pad, placed in a lyingposition. PIG. 5-9 refer to the thickness of the Disposable AbsorbentPad. This will be determined upon manufacturer.

FIG. 6 is a side view of the Non-skid Plastic Mat, placed in a lyingposition. FIG. 6-10 refers to the thickness of the Non-skid Plastic Mat.This will be determined upon manufacturer.

FIG. 7 is a view of the Non-skid Plastic Mat from the upright,front-side position. Multiple pointed plastic appendages are illustratedalong the perimeter of the mat.

FIG. 8 is a view of the Non-skid Plastic Mat from the upright, backsideposition. The backside features multiple suction cups.

FIG. 9 is an enlarged view of the multiple suction cups. This is inreference to FIG. 8.

FIG. 10 is a perspective view of the Non-skid Plastic Mat from the topangle.

FIG. 11 is an enlarged view of the multiple pointed plastic appendages.This is in reference to FIG. 10-5.

This present invention is designed to prevent urine from soiling thesurrounding toilet bowl area by keeping urine deposits contained withinthe Absorbent Pad Platform, FIG. 10-2 and the Liquid Guard Panel, FIG.10-1. This invention is also designed to give its user non-skidprotection by using a bottom layer of non-slip plastic and multiplesuction cups. Types of absorbent fibers and types of plastics are to bedetermined upon manufacturer. Specific colors and sizes will be selectedat the time of manufacturing. Additional features of the DisposableAbsorbent Pad with Non-skid Plastic Mat are as follows. DisposableAbsorbent Pad: FIG. 3 illustrates the front view of the DisposableAbsorbent Pad. FIG. 2-3 is where the Disposable Absorbent Pad is to beattached. FIG. 4 illustrates the back view of the Disposable AbsorbentPad. The backside of the Disposable Absorbent Pad has a singed fiberbacking which inhibits water leakage. FIG. 10-5 refers to the PointedPlastic Appendages, which are located along the perimeter of thePlatform Dropdown, FIG. 10-2. The Disposable Absorbent Pad should beplaced onto the Pointed Plastic Appendages, which will then clingtogether. For added slip resistance, the Platform Dropdown will cradlethe rigid absorbent pad and help maintain its position, until it isready to be removed. FIG. 7-6 and FIG. 10-6 are illustrating theAbsorbent Pad Platform. The Absorbent Pad Platform is where the rigidDisposable Absorbent Pad will comfortably rest until it is ready to bereplaced. FIG. 1-4, 2-4, 6-4, 7-4 and 10-4 all illustrate the Easy StepBase. The Easy Step Base has an inward slant design, which follows alongthe perimeter of the Non-skid Plastic Mat. The Easy Step Base isproperly angled to allow individuals with limited mobility to step ontothe Non-skid mat with ease. FIG. 8 is a backside view of the Non-skidPlastic Mat illustrating the position of multiple suction cups. Duringthe development of this invention, safety is always a primary factor. Asa result, the Non-skid Plastic Mat is developed with duel non-slipprotection. The Disposable Absorbent Pad with Non-skid Plastic Mat wasinvented with six key Non-slip safety elements. 1. Rigid Absorbent Pad:Cannot be kicked or crinkled out of place. 2. Pointed PlasticAppendages: Clings to the Disposable Absorbent Pad to secure into place.3: Platform Dropdown: Cradles the rigid absorbent pad while maintainingit into place. 4. Non-skid Plastic Mat: is constructed of a soft durablenon-slip plastic. 5. Multiple Suction Cups: to assist the non-slipplastic to remain stationary. 6. Easy Step Base: is properly angled toallow the foot to step onto the Non-skid Mat with ease.

The present invention provides a U-shaped absorbent disposable pad oflight weight and small bulk and has the ability to absorb to its maximumcapacity and includes a singed backing that is impervious to moisture.The U-shaped absorbent pad becomes attached to its counter part, thenon-skid plastic mat. The non-skid mat is also U-shaped in design, sothat the-two units may-become one. Thus, this unit has one form that canbe disposed adjacent to the base of the toilet bowl. Various features ofthis invention which are believed to be new and are set forth in theappended claim.

1. I claim a disposable absorbent pad with non-skid plastic mat forabsorbing moisture adjacent to the base of the toilet comprising: ofabsorbent pad material and non-skid plastic, and having a substantiallyU-shaped configuration within the inner periphery, and the outerperiphery, a pair of spaced sides, and a central portion interconnectingproximal ends of the sides, so that the disposable absorbent pad withnon-skid multi-suction mat can at least partially surround and conformto the base of the toilet.
 2. A disposable absorbent pad with non-skidplastic mat, whereby the two configurations may become one unit, asstated in claim
 1. The disposable absorbent pad materials areconstructed of light weight and small bulk. The absorbent pad has theability to absorb to its maximum capacity, which includes a singedbacking that is impervious to moisture. The absorbent pad is also rigidin nature so that it is capable of staying firmly contained onto themat. This absorbent disposable pad is designed to work in unison withthe non-skid plastic mat.
 3. I claim multiple suction cups, which arelocated at the bottom side of the non-skid plastic mat. These suctioncups will assist its user to remain stationary while standing. Specificsizes of the suction cups, and the amount will be determined uponmanufacturer.
 4. I claim the Liquid Guard Panel: The Liquid Guard Panelis a plastic strip that is affixed within the inner periphery of theU-shaped design of the non-skid mat. The Liquid Guard Panel conforms tothe base of the toilet, while acting as a barrier between the urinedeposits and the floor. Specific dimensions are to be determined uponmanufacturer.
 5. The Platform Dropdown: The Platform Dropdown cradlesthe disposable absorbent pad until it is ready to be removed. Specificdimensions are to be determined upon manufacturer.
 6. The Absorbent PadPlatform: Located on the top area of the non-skid absorbent pad. This iswhere the disposable absorbent pad will rest until it is ready to bereplaced.
 7. Plastic Appendages: are added to assist the PlatformDropdown. The Plastic Appendages will help secure and maintain theabsorbent pad into place. Specific sizes and amounts will be determinedupon manufacturer.
 8. The Easy Step Base: is located at the outerperiphery of the U-shaped design of the non-skid mat. Approximate angleand measurements are to be determined upon the manufacturer.